Estate Settlement FAQs

Best Cremation Care’s team of funeral directors and arrangement counselors are available to answer questions you have about our service or the the cremation process. Below are Estate Settlement FAQs to assist you in your research.

• How do I start estate planning?
• How should I handle the Social Security benefits my loved one was receiving?

How do I start estate planning or estate settlement?

Having your loved one’s estate in order prior to their passing is one of the most valuable and important things you can do for your family and yourself. To help you understand estate settlement concepts and prepare for the future, Best Cremation offers suggestions and links to helpful resources. Read more in our blog.

How should I handle the Social Security benefits my loved one was receiving?

Best Cremation Care will automatically notify the Social Security Administration of the death. If you are the beneficiary of your loved one’s Social Security benefits (typically a spouse or dependent child), contact your local Social Security office. You can contact the Social Security Administration by phone, toll-free, at 1-800-772-1213. Read more in our blog.